April 2, 2010
Dear  , 
Welcome to DeltaNewsViews!
Safe Act Compliance
20 Hour Requirement and Testing
Title V of P.L. 110-289, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 ("SAFE Act"), was passed on July 30, 2008.   In addition to other requirements, the SAFE Act requires state-licensed MLOs to pass a written qualified test, to complete pre-licensure education courses, and to take annual continuing education courses. The SAFE Act also requires all MLOs to submit fingerprints to the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS) for submission to the FBI for a criminal background check; and state-licensed MLOs to provide authorization for NMLS to obtain an independent credit report.

DAR Affiliate Member Mark DiMercurio has negotiated a discounted rate for the 20 hour continuing education requirement as well as a class that covers test preparation and materials from TrainingPro.   This will prepare lenders for the NMLS testing for the Safe Act.
 
The cost is $289 per student.  The classes will be from 8:00am to 7:00pm on Monday and Tuesday April 12-13.  There are 10 seats available. Contact Mark DiMercurio at Delta Lending Group for reservations.
DRE# 01464917
PH: 925-513-0444
FX: 925-513-0647
markd@deltalending.com
YOUR MLS Has Expanded
MORE (Multiple Organization Reciprocal Exchange)
  Bay East, Contra Costa and EBRDI have issued a press release about the new reciprocal agreement with other Neighboring Multiple Listing Services. Bottom line:  You now have much greater access to Northern California MLS areas and it won't have to join each to have that access. According to the release, there are 21 counties involved and more than 65,000 subscribers.  For more information contact EBRDI at 925-363-2320.
We've Got Education!
Why Not Take Advantage Of It?
April 7   Tax Strategies Class.  Information
Gov Hutchinson Knows Everything!
Here Live on April 22
CAR Attorney, Gov Hutchinson will explain all the details of the new CAR RPA form on April 22;  Save the date.  Cost:  Members $59; Non-Members $69.  Call DAR at 925-757-8283 to register for the class.
GRI Keeps on Goin' and Goin.'.
April 15 2010.
Click here for the schedule of the remaining classes of the GRI course. 
April 15th session is #102-104, Trust Fund Management - Fair Housing.
 
Register by calling 888-785-4800 or go to eDesignations.com
 
If you're attending the GRI class, stay and hear the instructor, Cari Pace tell you why realtors get sued.
Have Fun with Your Fellow Realtors
Hold These Dates in your Calendar
Friday, April 23, 2010  Annual Bowling Tournament.  Click here for registration.  Great Fun! Great Prizes and Bowling Shirt Contest!
Friday, May 14, Annual Golf Tournament at Deer Ridge Golf Club.  Click here to sign up.
Wednesday, June 9 CAR Legislative Day - Sacramento
Saturday, June 19 Poker Run.  Click here for info.
Friday, August 27 Day @ the Races. Mark YOUR CALENDAR
Good Neighbor Awards
NAR seeking entries
NAR is seeking entries for REALTOR® Magazine's Good Neighbor Awards. The deadline for suggested candidates is May 21. 
They are looking for REALTORS® who are making an exceptional impact on their communities through volunteer work.  From what I've heard, the Delta Association of REALTORS® is blessed with many members who have tirelessly given of their time and energy.  Why not have one or more of our own members receive this prestigious award?  There will be five winners across the nation.  Each will receive a $10,000 grant for their community projects.  Five others will receive $2,500 Honorable Mention Awards.  Don't be bashful!   Details on how to apply and Frequently Asked Questions can be found here.....  For an Entry Form, contact DAR at 925-757-8283.
Proposed Bylaws Changes
 We know, This is the boring stuff, BUT....
Click here to read the proposed changes to DAR's Bylaws.  Your Board of Directors has approved them and if there are no written petitions objecting to the changes they will be ratified.
The Purpose of the Delta Association of REALTORS is to support and enhance the professionalism and success of its members. I welcome your comments anytime. Please stop in to see me anytime you are in the neighborhood.
 
John Bedford, CEO
Delta Association of REALTORS
Call us at (925) 757-8283
In This Issue
Lender Members Attention
MORE
I'm Getting a Headache
Gov is back for a Show
GRI Hasn't Quit
Let's Have Some Fun
Good Neighbor Awards
Bylaws Changes